There’s no denying that socialism’s appeal among Americans is growing, especially among Democrats and the young. The consensus of recent polls confirms this. In Gallup’s last major national survey, only 54% of Americans view capitalism positively — the lowest level Gallup has ever recorded, and 39% view socialism positively. Among Democrats, a whopping 66% view socialism positively!

The recent electoral successes of candidates running under the Democratic Socialist of America (DSA) banner, and not only in the much-discussed New York primaries, confirm socialism’s increasing popularity. Seattle elected an avowed DSA member as mayor last year, and Washington, D.C., nominated one on June 16 who is a shoo-in to be elected in November.